Chocolate Cupcake in a Mug

1 serving

10 minutes

Mug chocolate cake is a true wonder in the world of quick desserts. Originating from modern Russian cuisine, this recipe embodies the idea of simplicity and coziness. Just a few ingredients, three minutes in the microwave – and you have a warm, fluffy, and aromatic dessert ready. The rich chocolate flavor with light cocoa notes, delicate texture, and appetizing moisture make this cake an ideal treat for home tea time. It pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream, berries, or nuts, and its convenient format allows you to enjoy the treat straight from the mug. Mug cake is the embodiment of comfort and speed when you want to indulge in something sweet without lengthy preparations.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 975.5
• Proteins: 22.3g
• Fats: 43.7g
• Carbohydrates: 124.2g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 70 g
• Cocoa: 30 g
• Vegetable oil: 30 ml
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Milk: 30 ml
• Salt: 0.3 tsp
• Sugar: 60 g
• Baking powder: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Mix the prepared and measured ingredients until a homogeneous consistency is achieved.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 70 g
   • Cocoa: 30 g
   • Vegetable oil: 30 ml
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Milk: 30 ml
   • Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Sugar: 60 g
   • Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon

2. Fill the mug with batter (about halfway).

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 70 g

3. Place the mug with the batter in the microwave for 3–3.5 minutes. At this interesting stage, the cake will rise twice!

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 70 g